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Love the fact that it is following the manga, it seems a bit more serious though compared to the old Sailor Moon series which was full of comedy however, this is only the first episode so I can't really judge it. Sailor Moon has always been one of the big favourites, and this new series has had so much hype. The only criticism i have is her transformation, I know that the original manga, Naoko
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Love the fact that it is following the manga, it seems a bit more serious though compared to the old Sailor Moon series which was full of comedy however, this is only the first episode so I can't really judge it. Sailor Moon has always been one of the big favourites, and this new series has had so much hype. The only criticism i have is her transformation, I know that the original manga, Naoko style of drawing means everyone was really skinny, but I don't think she needs to be a twig. Other than that, I can't wait for the next episode, absolutely obsessed with SM

I loved the dub as a child and then later fell in love with the original japanese version as a teen and Sailor Moon Crystal did not disappoint! I loved every minute of it! The animation was very visually appealing and when it started I was hit with a wave of nostalgia.

Being able to view Sailor Moon in such crisp quality, not to mention it adhering more to the original storyline, is just completely -- wow, just wow. I've been dreaming of this day for years and it has finally come. Sailor Moon means so much to me, and it's really hard to describe my feelings for it...but as a longtime fan of the series, a major MAJOR thank you to all those involved in Sailor Moon
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Being able to view Sailor Moon in such crisp quality, not to mention it adhering more to the original storyline, is just completely -- wow, just wow. I've been dreaming of this day for years and it has finally come. Sailor Moon means so much to me, and it's really hard to describe my feelings for it...but as a longtime fan of the series, a major MAJOR thank you to all those involved in Sailor Moon Crystal's production. You're making a fanboy's dream come true (as well as many, many others' I presume). Let's hope this show has a good run. I will definitely be watching every single episode as it airs. Lasty, Ms. Takeuchi, BLESS YOUR SOUL. YOU ARE A GODDESS AND I LOVE YOU <3

I was squeeing from the very first scene on the screen. While we can't see all the differences between the original anime and the new one in the first episode (the manga and the 90s anime started the same), we can tell it's going down that path and I'm thrilled to be able to watch it as it airs.

The only quirk that I have a hard time getting over is the Transformation sequence. The
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I was squeeing from the very first scene on the screen. While we can't see all the differences between the original anime and the new one in the first episode (the manga and the 90s anime started the same), we can tell it's going down that path and I'm thrilled to be able to watch it as it airs.

The only quirk that I have a hard time getting over is the Transformation sequence. The animation is sensational. It catches you and makes you want to watch. The art is spectacular. There are awkward moments in the smoothness of the animation but when you look at her moon tiara boomerang and you compare it to the transformation you're left stunned. They have beautiful animation, the transformation should be animated not CGI. The CGI animation takes away from the show, not enough to make me hate it. This fan girl is happy trust me, but it does cheapen the effects of the beautiful art.

the new intro
The intro was needed a new make over, and it did surprisingly well. The song, was different, it's not Moonlight Destiny. But it will do! It will grow on us as it once did before

The beginning
Ir started well, I enjoyed this. Very much, the new generation will adore this very much. It might not be like the 1992 version, but it will grow within time.
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the new intro
The intro was needed a new make over, and it did surprisingly well. The song, was different, it's not Moonlight Destiny. But it will do! It will grow on us as it once did before

The beginning
Ir started well, I enjoyed this. Very much, the new generation will adore this very much. It might not be like the 1992 version, but it will grow within time.

Luna
She is great, not to give much away but the direction they took this time seems different but then again it is what it is...

The Episode
I really liked how this episode looked, different. But this seems better... Those who has watched the older one will see some differences, but as I said it will grow on us as it once did...

The ending
I REALLY loved the ending, I loved the song they used. I can't wait til I get the soundtrack to this one now! I liked how it started and ended.. man I love this

This was everything I could have asked for and more. The nostalgia hit was hard and I was glued to my screen for every moment. One Ep in and I'm already ready for more. Thank you to Naoko Takeuchi (sp?) and everyone else who helped make this possible. The art style was beautiful to me, the theme song worked well so props for that. So if you've never heard of Sailor Moon or if you've just
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This was everything I could have asked for and more. The nostalgia hit was hard and I was glued to my screen for every moment. One Ep in and I'm already ready for more. Thank you to Naoko Takeuchi (sp?) and everyone else who helped make this possible. The art style was beautiful to me, the theme song worked well so props for that. So if you've never heard of Sailor Moon or if you've just never watched it before, don't be afraid to give Crystal a chance and by all means don't be against watching the original Anime.

The anime was what drew me in, but the manga is my true love. This anime's first episode did them both justice, and brought a beautiful new light to the manga. There were many many moments that caused flash backs to reading the manga the first time, but with it's own special light added to it. There were a few stiff scenes, but there were far many more number of beautiful ones, the elegance just
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The anime was what drew me in, but the manga is my true love. This anime's first episode did them both justice, and brought a beautiful new light to the manga. There were many many moments that caused flash backs to reading the manga the first time, but with it's own special light added to it. There were a few stiff scenes, but there were far many more number of beautiful ones, the elegance just blows me away.

I think I was most scared that this wasn't going to worth the wait... but it was and that made me happy. While it follows the manga more, I think it still reminds me of the original anime in some ways so I'm happy that Sailor Moon Crystal is a happy harmony between the two of them. I love the transformation and the opening song best. It's a beautifully drawn and animated series and I'm so happy I
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I think I was most scared that this wasn't going to worth the wait... but it was and that made me happy. While it follows the manga more, I think it still reminds me of the original anime in some ways so I'm happy that Sailor Moon Crystal is a happy harmony between the two of them. I love the transformation and the opening song best. It's a beautifully drawn and animated series and I'm so happy I can share my love of Sailor Moon with new and old fans! I can't wait for more episodes!

Sailor Moon is a world wide sensation for boys and girls and now women and men everywhere. It's one of the driving forces that helped bring more anime to america. And this new reboot 20+ years later has just revived the sailor soldier magical girl in me all over again. The animation was the most controversial of the entire reboot. Yes the design is on the skinny side but it's based off of the
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Sailor Moon is a world wide sensation for boys and girls and now women and men everywhere. It's one of the driving forces that helped bring more anime to america. And this new reboot 20+ years later has just revived the sailor soldier magical girl in me all over again. The animation was the most controversial of the entire reboot. Yes the design is on the skinny side but it's based off of the original artist Naoko Takeuchi's original style of artwork. And it flows very well in animation form better than even I thought it would. It's gorgeous and the colors are so vibrant, this a beautiful anime. And hearing the original Usagi's voice come out after 20 just a vibrant as she was 20+ years ago it a testament to how much she loved doing Usagi/Sailor Moon's voice and she does it so well after all this time. I can't wait to see the other scouts and see her love for mamo-chan grow all over again. This was well worth the wait. <3

To put things in perspective on how much I love this show, I logged out of Crunchyroll in 2008 in protest of it becoming a paid website. I never looked back until today.
And I just paid for a subscription so I could watch this ASAP.

Before watching it, I was filled with a mixture of excitement and apprehension. I mean, this is Sailor Moon! This is the one anime that has sat happily throwned as
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To put things in perspective on how much I love this show, I logged out of Crunchyroll in 2008 in protest of it becoming a paid website. I never looked back until today.
And I just paid for a subscription so I could watch this ASAP.

Before watching it, I was filled with a mixture of excitement and apprehension. I mean, this is Sailor Moon! This is the one anime that has sat happily throwned as my absolute favourite childhood show. As a child, I braved being scolded and punished, just to watch this (despite not be allowed to watch tv before school).

As a remake, I was afraid my childhood would be shredded to tatters by a Toei screwup.
Instead, I can assure you, fellow Sailor Moon fans; there is NOTHING to worry about.

This remake was everything I imagined/wanted/could ever wish for it to be!

Intro: 10/10
I always wanted a bit more oomph to the Sailor Moon Intros ...and I got it!!! I can't count how many times I re-watched this. Still sparkly as per the Shoujo conventions but with a bit of a darker edge --an element closer to the Manga, which as an adult (now), I loved.
The rock tone of the theme music was awesome --the shounen-fan in me was pleasantly surprised. Loved its extra edge, just plan LOVED it.

Animation: 8/10
I'm not a fan of CG in anime, but thankfully, despite being a modern remake, they've inserted relatively sparse amounts of CG. I'd prefer none, but hey, not really complaining at this stage.
I love that the art style is more refined, and definitely much more reminiscent of the manga. Very pretty! I do think they got a bit lazy with some shots, but overall quite nice.

Characters: 10/10
Much more akin to their Manga counterparts compared to the 90s version of Sailor Moon --so much better in my opinion. I'm looking forward to meeting the rest of the characters in upcoming episodes.

Ending: 6/10
It's no "Tuxedo Mirage", but it's ok. It didn't really capture my attention and the music was a little ear-grating. It could be my age showing, but the high pitched voices tend to get a bit much when you have to hear it from beginning, middle, to end.

Overall: 10/10 (extra points thrown in for the sheer nostalgia element to it. THANK YOU CRUNCHYROLL AND TOEI!) NOW MORE MORE MORE!!!!!

About the Show

Based on Naoko Takeuchi’s legendary manga series, Sailor Moon Crystal retells the story of Sailor Moon as she searches for her fellow Sailor
Based on Naoko Takeuchi’s legendary manga series, Sailor Moon Crystal retells the story of Sailor Moon as she searches for her fellow Sailor Guardians and the Legendary Silver Crystal to stop the dark forces of Queen Beryl.
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